🔥 Southern Fire Pits: Guarantee, Safety and Disclaimer
♨️ Heat Transfer and Surface Safety
Your Southern Fire Pit can become extremely hot during use, including the area underneath the unit. Heat may transfer to decks, patios, lawns and other surfaces, which can cause scorching, warping, melting or discoloration depending on the surface material.
Southern Fire Pits assumes no liability for any heat-related surface damage caused by normal use or misuse of the product.
To help reduce heat transfer, we recommend using the Southern Fire Pits Heat Resistant Mat. It is designed to protect decking, concrete and outdoor surfaces from excessive heat exposure. While the mat adds an extra layer of protection, it does not make any surface completely immune to heat. Always choose your placement carefully and use caution.
⚠️ General Safety Notice
• Use outdoors only in a well-ventilated area.
• Keep away from buildings, flammable objects and overhanging branches.
• Never use indoors, in garages, tents or enclosed spaces.
• Keep children and pets at a safe distance.
• Never leave a burning fire unattended.
• Allow the unit to cool completely before handling, cleaning or storing.
• Burn only dry, seasoned wood or approved fuels such as wood pellets.
• Do not burn trash, plastics or accelerants such as gasoline or lighter fluid.
• Check for cracks, warping or damage before each use.
• Observe local fire restrictions and weather advisories before lighting.
⚠️ First Use Warning
Your fire pit is fully constructed from premium stainless steel - we only use the best materials available. With this high quality comes one small drawback: stainless steel is a very hard, smooth surface, which makes it more difficult for paint to adhere to. For this reason, your fire pit is coated with a high-temperature black paint that must be properly cured before full-intensity use.
Curing Instructions
• Start a small fire for 30 to 60 minutes.
• Increase to medium heat for 60 to 120 minutes.
• Allow the fire pit to cool naturally. Do not use water.
During the curing process, smoke, odour or light vapour may be visible. This is normal as the coating bonds to the stainless surface.
About the Curing Process
Stainless steel withstands high heat, but painted coatings may experience normal fading or dulling over time due to repeated heat cycles. This is expected and not considered a defect.
After Curing
• Allow the fire pit to cool completely before covering or storing.
• Slight changes in sheen or tone after the first few uses are normal.
🛠️ Manufacturing Guarantee
Southern Fire Pits products are built using premium materials and designed for years of reliable outdoor performance.
We guarantee our fire pits against manufacturing defects in materials or workmanship for 30 days from the date of purchase. This guarantee covers defects that affect the structure or normal operation of the fire pit under standard domestic use.
Exclusions
The guarantee does not cover:
• Normal wear and tear or cosmetic changes such as scratches, scratches to paint, dents or discoloration
• Heat-related fading or color changes of painted or stainless finishes
• Damage caused by misuse, neglect, over-firing or improper fuels
• Failure to follow safety or maintenance instructions
• Commercial use, alterations or third-party modifications
If a manufacturing defect is confirmed, Southern Fire Pits may repair or replace the defective component or unit at its discretion. Proof of purchase is required.
🌫️ Smokeless Performance Disclaimer
Southern Fire Pits smokeless models are engineered to provide a cleaner burn with greatly reduced smoke. However, no fire pit can be completely smoke-free under all conditions.
- Smoke may appear temporarily due to:
- Wind or sudden changes in airflow
- Moist or unseasoned fuel
- Chemically treated wood
- Low temperatures during ignition or shutdown
- Over filling of fuel in the firepit
- Fuel running low or incorrect loading
- Blocked air vents or restricted airflow
These conditions are normal. Southern Fire Pits disclaims liability for any smoke produced during operation.
When used correctly with dry, seasoned wood, your fire pit will provide an efficient, low-smoke experience.
Finish and Material Notice
Painted Stainless Steel Fire Pits
Our black painted models use a high-temperature heat-resistant coating. Due to repeated exposure to extreme heat, fading or discoloration can occur. This is a natural characteristic and is not covered under warranty.
Stainless Steel Fire Pits
Bare stainless steel models will naturally discolor, darken or develop a heat patina. These cosmetic changes are normal and do not affect performance or longevity.
To maintain the finish, store your fire pit in a dry location and use a protective cover when not in use.
Legal Disclaimer
By purchasing or using this product, you acknowledge that the operation of a fire pit carries inherent risks and agree to use it responsibly.
Southern Fire Pits assumes no liability for injury, property damage or loss resulting from:
• Improper setup or use
• Failure to follow safety and maintenance instructions
• Use of non-recommended fuels
• Environmental or surface conditions beyond our control
Use of this product constitutes acceptance of this disclaimer. All operation is at the user's own risk.
Performance Note
Southern Fire Pits technology significantly reduces visible smoke, but total elimination is not possible. Performance depends on wood dryness, airflow, fuel type and environmental conditions.
When used correctly, your fire pit will provide a warm, efficient, low-smoke experience that enhances outdoor living.
